Experiencing Heavy Periods With Clotting And Cramping. Also Had Bleeding When Wiped. Suggest?

Posted on Tue, 23 Jul 2013

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Question : I am 47 years old . I am experiencing very heavy periods with clotting and also have severe cramping which I never had in the past . I also have bleeding quite often when I wipe myself. It is fresh bright red blood . Thanks

Answered by Dr. Nilofer AR (3 hours later)

Hello,
Thanks for posting your query on health care magic.

Before i answer your question, can you provide some more information?
1. Have you received any medications recently?
2. Have you been tested for thyroid problem?
3. Have you been investigated before like Ultrasound? If yes, please provide details.
4. Do you have any other medical illness?

Waiting for your reply,
regards,
Dr Nilofer

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